New Delhi: The National Capital Region (NCR) is currently experiencing biting cold due to strong chilly winds, intensifying the winter chill. People are compelled to bundle up in warm clothing during mornings and evenings as temperatures drop sharply. However, these strong winds have brought some relief by partially reducing fog and air pollution levels in the area.
According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), state pollution control boards, and meteorological department monitoring stations, the air quality index (AQI) in several parts of NCR has reached the orange zone, indicating a ‘moderate to poor’ category. In Noida, readings from four active stations showed AQI levels of 284 in Sector-125, 252 in Sector-62, 291 in Sector-1, and 307 in Sector-116. These numbers suggest that while some areas still face poor air quality, others have seen some improvement.
In Delhi, many localities continue to register AQI levels in the poor to very poor range. Areas like Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 333, Chandni Chowk 318, Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range 317, R.K. Puram 324, Shrifort 319, Vivek Vihar 318, and Wazirpur 307. Conversely, some places showed relatively better air quality, such as Bawana with an AQI of 173, Lodhi Road 217, and Mandir Marg 202. The ITO area recorded 269, Punjabi Bagh 292, Rohini 297, and Narela 275.
In Ghaziabad, AQI readings were 237 in Indirapuram, 249 in Sanjay Nagar, 336 in Loni, and 345 in Vasundhara. Notably, areas like Loni and Vasundhara continue to experience air quality close to the hazardous category.
The Indian Meteorological Department reported a maximum temperature of 16 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 8 degrees Celsius on 8 January. Moderate to dense fog warnings were issued for the morning and afternoon. Temperatures on 9 and 10 January are expected to range between 17 and 7–9 degrees Celsius, with moderate fog predicted. No special weather warnings have been issued for these days.
While the strong cold winds have intensified the winter chill in NCR, they have also contributed to some reduction in air pollution and fog. Experts suggest that if these wind conditions continue over the next few days, further improvement in air quality can be expected.
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